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Burt Jones Discusses Taxes, Schools, and Mental Health Funding Mar 05, 2026

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Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones discusses major policy priorities, including eliminating the state income tax, expanding student political speech protections, and investing in mental health services. This episode explores new legislation inspired by the legacy of conservative activist Charlie Kirk that aims to promote civic engagement and political expression among students. The conversation highlights Georgia’s ongoing debates over taxes, education policy, and mental health funding.

Georgia Legislators Discuss Domestic Violence Safety Act and Education Bills Mar 04, 2026

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Georgia lawmakers are introducing legislation aimed at preventing human trafficking, supporting domestic violence survivors, and improving literacy in schools. On this episode, Representatives Deborah Bazemore and Mary Ann Santos discuss proposals including hotel training requirements to identify trafficking, temporary firearm restrictions tied to protective orders, and a writing program designed to boost literacy among elementary students.

Georgia Lawmakers Suggest Death Penalty for Human Trafficking Mar 03, 2026

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Georgia lawmakers are considering new legislation aimed at combating human trafficking and strengthening criminal penalties. In this episode of Lawmakers Spotlight, Representatives David Clark and Johnny Chastain discuss proposals ranging from the death penalty for convicted traffickers to closing loopholes in Georgia’s pimping laws. The conversation explores how these policies could affect victims, law enforcement, and the justice system across the state.

Brad Raffensperger on Georgia Election Security, QR Code Ballots, and a $140 Million Ponzi Investigation Feb 27, 2026

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Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger discusses election security, the push to eliminate QR codes from ballots, and an ongoing $140 million Ponzi scheme investigation tied to First Liberty. In this in-depth interview with Donna Lowry, Raffensperger addresses Georgia’s national election rankings, funding challenges from the General Assembly, and what reforms could mean for voters across the state.

Proposed ICE Body Camera and Identification Requirements in Georgia Feb 26, 2026

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Georgia Senate Democrats are introducing a package of bills aimed at increasing transparency and accountability for ICE agents operating in Georgia. In this episode, we discuss proposals requiring body cameras, visible identification, judicial warrants for sensitive locations, and new legal pathways for constitutional accountability. The conversation also turns to state income tax reform and refundable tax credits designed to address affordability and child poverty in Georgia.

Addressing Interstate Sexual Predators and Incest Law Gaps Feb 25, 2026

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On this episode, Representative Darlene Taylor of Thomasville and Representative Mike Cameron of Rossville discuss legislation aimed at protecting Georgia’s most vulnerable residents. From the Interstate Sexual Predator Prevention Act to closing loopholes in Georgia’s incest law and establishing standards for safe haven baby boxes, you will hear how these bills seek to strengthen public safety. Plus, we explore public health funding, workforce challenges, and conservation efforts near the Okefenokee.

988 Lifeline, Income Tax Cuts, and Senior Rent Relief Feb 19, 2026

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Representative Will Wade and Representative Imani Barnes join Donna to discuss key legislation in the Georgia General Assembly. Topics include promoting the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a pilot program for emergency psychiatric assessment centers, income tax reduction, property tax relief, senior rent stabilization, digital literacy in schools, and expanding access to healthy school meals. You will hear how these proposals could affect Georgia families, seniors, and students.

The Role of Georgia Public Broadcasting in Classrooms, Crises, and the Capitol Feb 18, 2026

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GPB President and CEO Bert Wesley Huffman joins Donna Lowry to explain how Georgia Public Broadcasting serves every school district in the state, supports emergency communications, and provides coverage of the Georgia General Assembly. You will learn how GPB’s education resources reach millions, how its broadcast towers power emergency alerts during crises, and how state funding helps sustain public media in Georgia.

HOA Reform, Autism Safety Alerts, and Police Pursuit Reform Feb 16, 2026

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Senator Donzella James of Atlanta and Representative Carl Gilliard of Savannah join the show to discuss housing protections and public safety legislation in Georgia. The conversation covers SB 106 and related bills addressing HOA liens and rent escalation near universities, the Autism Missing Person Alert System Act, Eric’s ID Law, and the Darren Lewis Saving Lives Act, focused on police pursuit reform.

Truancy Penalties, Parent Accountability, and Mandatory Kindergarten Feb 13, 2026

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Republican Senator Clint Dixon of Gwinnett County and Democratic Senator Derek Mallow of Savannah discuss chronic absenteeism in Georgia schools and proposed policy solutions. The discussion covers possible penalties for students and parents, updates to truancy reporting, and a proposal to make kindergarten mandatory statewide.

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